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Pregnancy & Babies

Medela (they of pump and research fame) recently shared an infographic about how much money breastfeeding saves society. But it’s not just about the money. Wouldn’t you give anything to make your kids healthier? And happier? We can get into all the weird discussions we want about infant fee…

For a baby shower gift, I received the book “Oh, Baby, the Places You’ll Go,” a book written to be read to babies still in the womb. I remember sitting in my daughter’s soon-to-be room whispering the silly rhymes. I was very self-conscious about reading them aloud to the empty room. By the e…

Women’s bodies know how to give birth. As we learn more about our bodies, we’ve learned that it’s not just our uteruses or our pelvises that are a part of the process. Here’s a shout out to our marvelous neurophysiologic pathways… which not only help us to give birth to new little human bein…

Being pregnant is an amazing experience, both in the highs and in the lows. Your body no longer feels like your own, you are preparing for something that you have little to no experience with perhaps and no matter what all the books or your own personal resources say, no pregnancy is alike.

Little Kids

Are there any “Calvin & Hobbes” fans out there? If so, you might remember the comic collection cover that featured the ecstatic boy, Calvin, standing in the middle of a dirt pit holding up a worm, while the tiger, Hobbes, stares in rapture at an unearthed rock. This action is frozen bene…

Babies are learning every waking moment and home is the best place to start. They are naturally curious and anxious to explore and understand the world around them. Young children learn best when they are actively engaged with the people they most love and trust.

On the other side of Thanksgiving, the long New England winter begins to loom long and cold. With Christmas and the December holidays offering a bright spot during that time, parents in the area can look to pair the gift-giving aspect of these special days with the opportunity for children t…

The Montshire Museum of Science in Norwich, Vt., has opened “Playing Around: Engineering and Toys,” a new exhibition that offers a fun and different way to learn about the science and technology of something we all love – toys! “Playing Around”feeds the imagination, engages the senses and i…

Big Kids & Teens

Are there any “Calvin & Hobbes” fans out there? If so, you might remember the comic collection cover that featured the ecstatic boy, Calvin, standing in the middle of a dirt pit holding up a worm, while the tiger, Hobbes, stares in rapture at an unearthed rock. This action is frozen bene…

Greetings! I’m going to introduce you to a game that I like to play with my students. It’s a game I’ve adapted from a cornerstone philosophical activity, which is broadly captured by the moniker “conceptual analysis.”

When my boy was six, he announced a change in his diet. “Cows are nice, they only eat grass,” he said, “and they are really clean. But pigs, pigs get dirtier than me, so, I will still eat them.” It was as though he had heard kosher and Hindu dietary rules and gotten them all wrong.

Family Wellness

The holidays are a time to bring the whole family together and create lasting memories. With the extra time off from school during this time of the year, this is the perfect time to get your kids introduced to and involved with cooking activities.

The Hunger Council of the Windham Region is committed to making sure that all children have the tools they need to succeed, including good nutrition to fuel their bodies and minds. For some families this isn’t always easy, especially during school breaks. The council wants to remind everyone…

When my boy was six, he announced a change in his diet. “Cows are nice, they only eat grass,” he said, “and they are really clean. But pigs, pigs get dirtier than me, so, I will still eat them.” It was as though he had heard kosher and Hindu dietary rules and gotten them all wrong.

On the other side of Thanksgiving, the long New England winter begins to loom long and cold. With Christmas and the December holidays offering a bright spot during that time, parents in the area can look to pair the gift-giving aspect of these special days with the opportunity for children t…

Food is commonly used as a tool to bring people together. Think about it – most family discussions are held at the dinner table because every family member must eat, and often around the same time. You can use family mealtime as a designated time to have a group reflection on how each family…

Education

Are there any “Calvin & Hobbes” fans out there? If so, you might remember the comic collection cover that featured the ecstatic boy, Calvin, standing in the middle of a dirt pit holding up a worm, while the tiger, Hobbes, stares in rapture at an unearthed rock. This action is frozen bene…

Greetings! I’m going to introduce you to a game that I like to play with my students. It’s a game I’ve adapted from a cornerstone philosophical activity, which is broadly captured by the moniker “conceptual analysis.”

Babies are learning every waking moment and home is the best place to start. They are naturally curious and anxious to explore and understand the world around them. Young children learn best when they are actively engaged with the people they most love and trust.

The Montshire Museum of Science in Norwich, Vt., has opened “Playing Around: Engineering and Toys,” a new exhibition that offers a fun and different way to learn about the science and technology of something we all love – toys! “Playing Around”feeds the imagination, engages the senses and i…

Books

Hiya, Readers!When the weather is just too cold outside, it’s easy to settle indoors lounging in front of the television or captivated by a handheld device. I’m all for an evening (or two) of yummy snacks – especially anything chocolate – a cozy blanket and a good movie. But I’m also for war…